Author: Young, Dennis R.

Publication Year: 1979

Media Type: Report

Summary:

Examining behavior modes for nonprofit organizations, the author aims to develop a theory of behavior for nonprofit organizations. In general, the behavior patterns for nonprofit organizations are more complex than suggested by single objective function behavior models, which have been usually applied to nonprofit organizations. The author is suggesting a theory based on the organizations having a variety of objectives with these organizations operating in an environment which allows considerable room for discretion and alternative pursuits.

Abstract:

Examining behavior modes for nonprofit organizations, the author aims to develop a theory of behavior for nonprofit organizations. In general, the behavior patterns for nonprofit organizations are more complex than suggested by single objective function behavior models, which have been usually applied to nonprofit organizations. The author is suggesting a theory based on the organizations having a variety of objectives with these organizations operating in an environment which allows considerable room for discretion and alternative pursuits.

Arts & Intersections:

Categories: Organizational Planning